ATP Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of ATP?
A
2
Q
How is ATP used as an energy resource?
A
The energy released from glucose is used to make ATP and when the phosphate bonds in the ATP are broken they release energy.
3
Q
How is ATP made?
A
A condensation reaction between ADP and an inorganic phosphate, which releases water and forms a phosphate bond between the phosphate group. Catalysed by ATP synthase.
4
Q
How is ATP broken down?
A
A hydrolysis reaction that breaks down ATP into ADP and an inorganic phosphate. This happens with the addition of water and the breaking of a phosphate bond.
5
Q
Why is ATP a good energy currency for cells?
A
It is unstable so it breaks down readily to release energy quickly.
